Kristy Vermeulen, ND

I went to Dr. Kristy when I just knew something was wrong with me and nothing I tried myself worked.
I prefer to avoid MDs as much as possible because, IMO, they just prescribe drugs to treat the symptoms, but don’t work at fixing the underlying issues. I didn’t want to just go on anti-​depressants and from research on the computer, I suspected my problems had to do with hormonal imbalances and so I sought out a professional ND to try to help me. I couldn’t have been happier with Dr. Kristy and I’m so glad I found her. She spent time with me asking very appropriate questions and she actually listened to me and documented our conversation like no doctor I’ve ever been to has done.
When my test results came back, Dr. Kristy had been correct with her assumptions about my condition and why I was having such a hard time… like never before. All my neurotransmitters were way out of whack. Dr. Kristy recommended several natural supplements that I was to take for a 90 day period. The supplements, along with some life/​habit changes that Dr. Kristy recommended absolutely worked! I felt 100% better in no time. I was so happy to be back to my normal happy self that I could have cried (from joy, that is)! I have recommended Dr. Kristy to friends and will continue to do so. I think she’s great and I wouldn’t hesitate to go back to her again if I have any further issues.

Dr. Kristy is a very sweet person and I hate to write reviews like this, but since I found her on Unilocal,I feel I should post an honest review regarding my experience. When I first met her, she was pregnant and ready to go on leave. Our first meeting went okay. The second and third meetings she conducted interviews with potential partners for her clinic. This was a bit off putting since we were discussing personal things, and I didn’t know these people. She also bombarded me with supplements without knowing definitively that I needed them. I always felt like she was just «guessing» with my treatment. On my last visit my tests showed that I got worse rather than better on her protocol. Lastly, her prices are very steep, but I would not have cared if I had experienced a positive outcome. I wish I had the positive results that the other Unilocalers received.

I urge anyone with a serious ailment that is considering this «health practitioner» to look elsewhere. I went to Dr. K because on her website it specifies that she is a thyroid specialist. There is no qualification for this that I have found. She led me on for months, costing me thousands out of pocket and I received very minimal care. She even said if my situation was too complex for her that she would ask other health professionals that she is in contact with for assistance. She never did this.
I discussed with her how I had been a vegan for several years, but no longer, so I didn’t feel dairy was my issue. I told her I had already given up sugar and gluten for a while with little difference to my wellbeing. She insisted I give these things up for months before she would give me the thyroid medication I researched and deeply felt I needed. She promised she would do this for me so I suffered for 2 months in her «care» while she did basically nothing. She was convinced I have an adrenal problem, and that was the cause of my problems, turns out I have high inflammation in my blood which she never checked for. I told her I was constantly dizzy and she didn’t take my blood pressure at our visits, turns out my blood pressure is abnormally low, shock!
When she finally gave me the medication I told her I needed, I finally found relief from many of my symptoms, how amazing… thank you Internet research and self determination. For several months after this she wouldn’t even put me on the recommended starting dose for this medication, so I kept sinking into my old symptoms until she would mildly up my dosage. Then she threatened to not renew my script. This was unacceptable. She even made up a diagnosis for me that doesn’t exist. Not professional.
Needless to say I fired her and got a real MD and thyroid specialist that has actual qualifications. She immediately discovered through blood testing that I have inflammation in my blood caused by a long lived virus, that I have low blood pressure, and she immediately gave me a much higher dose of my medication. She also prescribed me MUCH less and different supplements than Dr. Kristy did, which I paid hundreds for. The end result being that in one session with an actual medical professional I have answers after wasting a year jumping through Dr. Kristy’s hoops. I can now understand why there is so much hate for NPs.
Your health is in your hands. As far as I am concerned, you can get better care by researching the Internet, getting blood tests done anywhere, and then going to an integrative health professional, not a snake oil salesman. That is a miserable year of my life, and a lot of money I can’t get back.

Dr Kristy is absolutely amazing. I started seeing her six months ago and I cannot say enough about all the positive changes she has brought about in my life. She takes a very detailed, consultative approach to working with her patients and she makes the process of making decisions around your health interactive. She ensures you are educated and informed about the decisions she recommends for you.

I am ever so thankful for getting the chance to work with Dr. Kristy! She was able to determine the underlying cause of my skin problems… Something that NO doctor has ever done for me. Other doctors I have worked with (including dermatologists) never investigated the actual cause of my skin issues, but rather, just suggested treatments and procedures, only for the problems to continue occurring.
Not only did Dr. Kristy determine the cause of my skin issues, she was able to help me minimize them by using safe, natural methods instead of harsh, costly treatments.
Her consultation services are not cheap, but they are worth every penny! My only regret is that I did not do this years ago. I could’ve avoided the expensive, unhelpful dermatologists and physicians that I have wasted money & time with over the years.
Also, her office assistant (Tetiana) was always prompt and helpful!

When I went to see Dr. Kristy 3 months ago, I had frankly given up. After 5 years of being on and off disability, and spending the last few months in bed, I was throwing in the towel. If only I had the energy, I vaguely thought in my befuddled brain, I needed to apply for Federal Disability, because obviously I could not support myself. I had not worked at all for 3 months at that point, and was spending 18 hours a day in bed.
At our first meeting, Dr. Kristy said she thought I had Adrenal Fatigue. I was surprised. First, because I had never heard of Adrenal Fatigue, and secondly, because after years of trying to get some help, I had never had a doctor tell me anything other than they had nothing to offer me in the way of help.
Three weeks later, I sat in Dr. Kristy’s office for a second time weeping. We had a long list of test results that clarified that, in fact, I had Adrenal Fatigue. And it could be treated. And I was going to get well. I was crying with relief/​shock/​hope and a flood of emotions that actually took a good couple of weeks to sort through.
I have since learned a lot about my illness, and, more importantly, about the nature of chronic illness, invisible illness, and what the past 5 years of this nightmare have been about. I have learned that I belong to an entire tribe of people who are lost in a nightmare of not being able to find help with devastating illnesses that regular doctors and medicine cannot or will not help with. (I am writing more about these issues at my blog —
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Anyhoo, 3 months later, my health has returned and I have set October 1^st as my return to work date (not that I know what work might be or look like at this point, but that’s another story!) To say that I am grateful to Dr. Kristy is accurate but seems hardly enough to thank her for giving me my life back.

I went to visit Dr. Kristy last month, curious about any food sensitivities I may have. I’ve had allergy testing in the past and it came out negative for everything I was tested for; however, I realize sensitivities can cause inflammation, skin issues, fatigue and bloating just to name a few and I wanted to be «in the know.» (I’ve had eczema in the past). Her 80 min. initial consultation is so refreshing compared to the typical 10 – 15 min. doctor office visit. Dr. Kristy is very personable and professional, you will feel at ease telling her your complete healthy history.
The food sensitivity testing which consist of one blood draw was much easier than the 100 pokes in my back for allergy testing. It takes about 2 weeks to get the results which was eye opening and relieving. Great to know I have very few sensitivities and the two things were on it that I would have never guessed. Dr. Kristy also recommended a supplement for me to take for 30-​days which I gladly purchased — I believe in supplementation for optimal health — no one gets 100% nutrition from the food they eat and I prefer herbal supplements over prescription medication whenever possible.
I noticed after a few days, I felt better, my body was cleansing and I avoided the things I was sensitive to. It’s been almost a month and I feel amazing! I highly recommend Dr. Kristy and her natural/​holistic approach. Her area of specialty is women’s health/​hormones; however, she is a Naturopathic Doctor (like a Medical Doctor but with a Natural Approach — you have to go to school for 8 years just like an MD) and can help with many health concerns.

Dr. Kristy is one of the most knowledgable & truly compassionate doctors I have had the pleasure of working with. She has mentored me in Naturopathic medicine for over 4 years now, informing me on how to balance hormones and have a healthy cycle. She is always nudging me along with her warm smile and helpful advice on my health. I truly believe that being a patient of Dr. Kristy will improve your quality of life, she has certainly improved the quality of mine. Thank you Dr. Kristy!

I’m a big believer in the naturopathic approach — and Dr. Kristy is excellent. I first met with her on nutritional guidance and have implemented almost all of her suggestions (I’m still a stubborn guy when it comes to some things). Now working with her on food sensitivity and hormone levels. She’s also advised me to adjust supplements and probiotics. I’m a healthier person and have Dr. Kristy to thank for it!